pregnancy interaction for CEFO PLUS

lactation interaction for CEFO PLUS

Cefo plus 50mg/50mg suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

SALT INFORMATION for CEFO PLUS

Uses

Cefixime is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and typhoid fever.

How it works

Cefixime is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by attacking their cell wall. Specifically, it prevents the synthesis of a substance in the cell wall called peptidoglycan, which provides the cell wall with the strength required for survival of bacteria in human body.

Expert advice for CEFO PLUS

Take caution when taking the medicine if you have liver or kidney disease or history of anemia.

Take the tablets whole with a glass of water with or without food or milk. Do not crush or chew the tablets.

The medicine works best if taken with meal or within 30 minutes of a meal.

Talk to your doctor if you have kidney problems, inflammation of colon (colitis) or if you are taking medicines to thin the blood (e.g. warfarin).

Do not take cefixime if you are allergic to it or to any type of cephalosporin or penicillin drugs.

Do not take cefexime if you have allergic reaction (rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of lips, face, tongue and throat).

Do not give cefixime to a child less than 6 months of age.

Frequently asked questions for CEFO PLUS

Cefixime

Q.What is cefexime and what is it used for?Cefexime (also available as Topcef/ Taxem/ Mahacef/ Zifi/ Suprax) is a cephalosporin antibiotic used for a variety of infections of the throat, chest and urinary tract and infections like typhoid or gonorrhea

Q.Is ofloxacin/ Zenflox/ Zanocin OZ an antibiotic?Yes. It belongs to the group of medicines called fluoroquinolone antibiotics

Q.Is ofloxacin penicillin based/ Steroid/ fluoroquinolone/sulfa?No. Ofloxacin is fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It is not a steroid and does not contain sulfa. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q.Can I take paracetamol/ibuprofen with ofloxacin?There is no known interaction and it is safe to take these drugs with ofloxacin. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q.Does Ofloxacin treat pink eye/chlamydia/ear infections?Ofloxacin is used to treat pink eye (conjunctivitis), ear infection and infection due to chlamydia

Q.Does ofloxacin affect birth control?It does not affect birth control

Q.Is ofloxacin safe for dogs/ cats?Yes it is safe to be used in pets.However, the dose vary. You need to consult a veterinary doctor

Q.Is ofloxacin the same as Ciprodex?No. Ofloxacin and Ciprodex are different drugs as Ciprodex contain ciprofloxacin.